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    2.5 External Hardrive (Seagate vs WD)

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by FidyYuan, Mar 4, 2008.

  1. FidyYuan

    FidyYuan Notebook Consultant

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    I'm planning on buying an external harddrive that will last me for at least 5 years maybe (2.5 in since the other ones are too big to travel with).

    I'm not sure which one I should get since I am hearing good things about both of them. If I plan on accessing this drive at least twice a week, how long would they last and which company makes a more reliable drive?


    Should I go for the freeagent or the passport?

    Thanks!
     
    FidyYuan, Mar 4, 2008
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  2. Johnny T

    Johnny T Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Personally I am more in favour of Seagate due to its 5-yr warranty compared to WD's 2yrs. But buying your own 2.5'' hdd and then an external enclosure for it might be the cheaper way to go :)
     
    Johnny T, Mar 4, 2008
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  3. flipfire

    flipfire Moderately Boss

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    7200rpm 3.5" might be more suitable if your not gonna move the ext. HDD around. Downfall is it needs external AC power.
     
    flipfire, Mar 4, 2008
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